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Officers of the Washington Fire Company No.1 and

Conshohocken Fire Department:

Administrative Officers:

President:  Andrew Carlin

Andrew has been a member of the company for as long as he can remember.  Growing up around the firehouse with his Dad as an active member encouraged Andy to join the fire company at the age of 14 as a Junior member.  Through his years of service Andy has held the positions of Vice-President and Assistant Chief.  Andy's quote for the web site is :"I am proud to be a Washie".

Vice President:  Christopher Adams

 Chris joined the company in 2000.  Chris has actively taken part in training to become a firefighter and has volunteered on committees.  In 2003 accepted the position of Sergeant at Arms for the company bringing his vast knowledge of business and computers to the office.  Chris was appointed to the Vice President office in January of 2008.

Secretary:  Kim Costello

 Kim joined the fire company as a Junior member of the Rescue squad at the age of 14.   In 1978 she joined the company as an active firefighter and member, following in her Father's footsteps as he retired after 20 years as Assistant Chief of the department.  In addition to the position of Active Secretary, Kim is also the Alternate State Delegate to the PA State Firemen's convention and the web designer for the company.  Kim's quote for the web site is:  "I will always be a Washie through and through".

ACTIVE SECRETARY:  William Pearson

William Pearson -  Bill joined the company in the early 1990's.  Bill's experience as an engineer/driver is valued by the company.  Bill accepted the position of Active Secretary in 2005.  Bill keeps accurate records of the membership and receipts for the company.  Bill is joined as a member of the Washies by his wife Liz. 

Trustees:

   Anthony D'Angelo

 Anthony "DA" joined the company in 1976.  Anthony currently serves in 2 positions as the Chief Engineer and as a Trustee.  DA is proud of his vehicles and the building he is responsible for.  He is an asset to the company.

  Joseph Wertz

 Joe "Bounce" joined the company as a Junior member in 1969.  Through the years Bounce has held many offices and chaired many committees.  Currently Joe is serving in 2 positions as a Trustee and as a Borough Deputy Chief.  Joe is dedicated to the quality of our firefighters and the proud traditions of being a Washie.

  Anthony Davis

  Anthony joined the fire company in 1992.  Anthony has held the position of Financial Secretary, Trustee and served on many committees since he joined the company.  Ask Anthony sometime for an impersonation of any member, he has a unique way of picking up on everyone's traits. 

  Frank Carlin

  Frank has been a member of the company since the early 1970's.  Through the years Frank has held many positions, from a part time weekend driver to Engineer to Trustee.  Frank played an active role in getting our Corporation running and keeping it all together.  Frank is known for keeping the firehouse in order.  You can usually find Frank around the firehouse doing all kinds of odd jobs to keep the place looking great. 

John McGrath

  John joined the company as a Junior.  He worked his way up as a Lieutenant, then to Captain.  John became a Trustee in the year 2006.  John is currently working in the code enforcement end of the fire department for the Borough of Conshohocken. 

Sergeant at Arms: Joe "Pudgie" Costello

   Joe has been a member for 25 years serving as Captain and on many committees over the years.  Joe assists with instruction as he is a certified instructor for the fire academy, driving and fighting fires.  Joe was appointed to the position of Sergeant at Arms in January of 2008.  Joe is also responsible for the social club and rentals of that facility.

 

Borough Line Officers:

Chief - Robert Zinni

Deputy Chief: Joseph Wertz (station 36)  see above details under Trustee

Deputy Chief: Andrew Carlin (station 36)  see above details under Vice-President

 

Company Line Officers:

Captain:  William Kopf

 Bill joined the company in 1999.  Bill attended the required schools to become State certified and moved into the position of 2nd Lieutenant in 2001, 1st Lieutenant in 2005 and on to assume the position of Captain in August 2006.    Bill works outside of the fire company as a Fire Protection Engineer.  Bill's quote for the website is: "Through my work I am able to see the practical side in what I experience as a firefighter." 

1st Lieutenant:   Paul Hunsinger

  Paul "Paulie" joined the company in 1998.  Over the past few years Paul has held the position of Trustee and most recently accepted the position of 1st Lieutenant in September of 2006.  Paul's excellent teaching skills and leadership are a value to the membership.

2nd Lieutenant -  Anthony "JAFR" Davis.  (see above Trustee description)  Anthony assumed the 2nd Lieutenant position in December of 2006.

Chief Engineer:  Anthony D'Angelo  See above details under Trustee

Assistant Engineer:  Frank Carlin   See above details under Trustee

   

 

 

 

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